as in harassment
the act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another
the endless pestering finally drove me to study at the library
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as in bothering
to thrust oneself upon (another) without invitation
one resident pestered the condo board about every little thing
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as in teasing
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Recent Examples of pestering
Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
No kid brother tagging along, pestering him with questions, pushing up on his social circle.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pestering
Noun
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But both uniformed and civilian personnel are subject to social media standards outlined by the services, which prohibit bad online behavior such as bullying, discrimination and harassment.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
17 Sep. 2025
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Hoadley was sentenced to three months in prison after a jury convicted him of destruction, alteration or falsification of records, tampering with a witness by harassment, and tampering with documents.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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There's other important bathroom etiquette travelers should keep in mind to avoid bothering flight attendants.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Lead with Gratitude and Grace Calling out someone for bothering you is always tricky.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Park Station is now open on the island a few blocks from the beach, serving suds, live music and kind-of-naughty comfort food.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Now, the hit show is getting a naughty makeover as a musical.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Each moment of humor or playful teasing becomes a small affirmation of connection, much like capitalization moments, that reinforces trust and a sense of belonging.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The back of the knee is a surprisingly erotic spot, sensitive to light touch and teasing.—
Essence,
Essence,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Others take the idea further by filling a clear lamp base with thread remnants, transforming scraps into a functional piece of art that glows with crafty charm.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Judge has been crafty on the base paths, recording 11 steals on 15 attempts.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Pestering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pestering. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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